Fury Weighs in Lighter for Makhmudov Clash
Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov stepped on the scales ahead of their highly anticipated heavyweight bout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Fury, who is returning to the ring after a brief retirement, tipped the scales at 267.9lbs, significantly lighter than his weight in the rematch against Oleksandr Usyk. The 37-year-old fighter acknowledged that training gets tougher with age, saying, 'It gets a little bit harder each time in camp... Getting older, more injury prone, Father Time waits for nobody.' Despite the challenges, Fury expressed confidence in his abilities, stating, 'My priority is to beat this fella... I've got loads of Easter eggs in the fridge ready for me.' Makhmudov, a seasoned heavyweight contender with a formidable knockout record, weighed in at 264.9lbs and appeared focused, saying, 'I'm ready to go, I can't wait to make my story happen, make my dream happen.' The event also featured other notable fighters, including Conor Benn, who made his return to the ring after a brief stint at middleweight, and Richard Riakporhe, who is vying for the British heavyweight title.